South Sudan

South Sudan is an East African country. It is covered with tropical forests, swamps, and grasslands. The White Nile flows through the country, and passes by Juba. The country's terrain is characterized by a varied landscape, featuring fertile plains, rugged hills, and vast wetlands. The Sudd, one of the world's largest wetlands, is located in southern Sudan and is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including crocodiles, hippos, and numerous bird species, such as the Black Crowned Crane, Pink-Backed Pelican, Cattle Egret, and Saddle-Billed Stork. It is an important bird area covering 57,000 km2 and is also a Ramsar site with over 400 species of birds, 100 species of mammals and 100 species of fish. The country's climate is tropical, with high temperatures and high levels of humidity throughout the year. South Sudan is also home to several prominent rivers, including the White Nile, which flows northwards through the country and eventually converges with the Blue Nile in Sudan. In the country, the total protected area is about 143,000 km2 spread over 23 protected areas, covering 15% of South Sudan's territory. Among the other protected areas are Boma National Park in the Boma-Jonglei Landscape Region, an oil-rich area on the east border with Ethiopia; Southern National Park, which borders the Democratic Republic of Congo; Bandingilo National Park; Nimule National Park; and Shambe National Park, which is an important bird area. South Sudan has a rich cultural heritage, with over 600 ethnic groups, each with their own unique language, customs, and traditions. The country's population is predominantly rural, with many people living in small villages and towns.